Getting ready for the ls1 swap anybody used these? which one do i need?
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/search...ock+Components

 

I would guess stock if you are not going to move the rear transmission mount??

 

No i dont as long as the the spohn t56 swap mount doesnt require it to

 

I am into the LT1 swap so I really don't know, just thought it made good sense. someone should chime in soon. this is why we have this forum, there is always some tidbit of information left out of a story - build.

 

what motor mount clamshells do you have? did the ls1 have mounts when you got it or you have old sbc mounts you want to reuse?

if the ls1 has mounts on the block already then just buy hawks motor mount plates:
http://www.hawksthirdgenparts.com/pr...s%2C-Pair.html

if you are using sbc mounts then I believe you need lsx 1 inch setback adapters for everything else to line up.What transmission will you be running?

This is all covered in the sticky above though.

 

no mounts on the ls, have the sbc mounts on the k member, nd running a t56

 

Keep in mind that the plate-style adapters that utilize the SBC mounts won't allow for using the f-body a/c compressor, so if you're planning on running a/c with f-body accessories, you'll need to use the Hawks/Spohn style mounts.

 

ebay i got some 1/4 steel powder coated black for cheaper

 

So you just thought you'd take a wild stab at it, huh?
Remember, this guy is about to spend his hard earned money.

 

So will these
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/LS1-Mo...ters,5070.html
work in combination with these
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Small-...unts,7959.html
there suppose to locate the engine 1 3/16" forward from the original SBC placement ill be using a t56 swap mount from spohn

 

if ac is not a concern, 1" "setbacks" will work...not sure what these 1 1/4" forward mean...unless the mean the mount is 1 1/4" forward of the ls1 mounts....

 

I think the point is it moves the engine forward.
I know there is scant room between the firewall, and the engine on my car. I also had to extend the shifter hole in the trans tunnel back a couple of inches.... as it cut some metal.
That said, I am happy to have the weight less, and back.
Perhaps, the point of these adapters is for other small block cars that may have even LESS room between the firewall and engine.... as in none?

 

1/4"? Are you sure about that?

 

Yes i am lol. I was very surprised to see them in that thick of steel for the price.

(edit) I found the guys ebay info in my spreadsheet i made for my swap and they are now cheaper and made out of thinner material."Plates are laser cut out of 5/16 A36 steel" They are around 30 shipped now and i paid 50

pm me if you want more info.

 

no, it moves the engine back. they locate the genI mounts 1" forward of the ls1 mounting pad, thus moving the engine back 1".

 

This..... makes sense if that's how they are suppose to mount

 

Got that wrong. Thanks.